Trades & Crafts scholarships - Jan '25

Updated Jan 28, 2025

Apply below to the best Trades & Crafts scholarships for January 2025.

Walt Bartram Memorial Education Scholarship

New Mexico • Arizona • California • Engineering • Manufacturing/Production • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • High school

The Walt Bartram Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students in manufacturing engineering from NM, AZ, and Southern CA.

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The Ray, N0RP, and Katie, W0KTE, Pautz Scholarship

Iowa • Kansas • Missouri • Nebraska • Electrical Engineering • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Electrical/Electronics • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The Pautz Scholarship offers up to $1,000 for licensed radio amateurs studying electronics or computer science in the ARRL Midwest Division.

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Edwards Lifesciences Foundation Scholarship Program

California • Utah • STEM • Marine Biology/Sciences • Materials Science • Science • Agricultural Science • Animal Sciences • Meteorology • Climate Sciences • Computer Science • Environmental Science • Food Sciences & Technology • Geological & Earth Sciences • Information Sciences • Technology • IT/Information Technology • Health/Medical Technology • Chemistry • Physics • Astronomy • Aviation/Aeronautical • Biology • Aerospace • Chemical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Computer Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Medical/Biomedical Engineering • Nuclear Engineering • Mathematics • Cybersecurity • Energy • High school • Freshmen

Edwards Lifesciences offers a $2,500 scholarship for high school seniors in STEM fields from select regions. Apply now!

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CCHRB Scholarship

Architecture • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Construction • Seniors • Graduate Students

CCHRB Scholarship provides $5,000 for architecture, engineering, construction management, and real estate students. Graduate and top undergrads eligible.

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The Mississippi Scholarship

Mississippi • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Electrical/Electronics • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The Mississippi Scholarship offers $500 to licensed radio amateurs under 30 pursuing a degree in electronics or communications.

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The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarships

Iowa • Missouri • Nebraska • Kansas • Communications • Electrical Engineering • Radio & Television • Electrical/Electronics • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The Paul and Helen L. Grauer Scholarships offer $1,000 to licensed radio amateurs in electronics or communications from select Midwest states.

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The Charles N. Fisher Memorial Scholarship

Arizona • California • Electrical/Electronics • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Design/Visual Communications • Digital Communications/Media • Graduate Students • Juniors • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors

The Charles N. Fisher Memorial Scholarship offers $1,000 for licensed amateur radio students in electronics or communications.

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The Irving W. Cook, WAØCGS, Scholarship

Kansas • Communications • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The Irving W. Cook WA0CGS Scholarship offers $1,000 for Kansas amateur radio operators pursuing degrees in communications or electronics.

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PHD Scholarship

Iowa • Kansas • Missouri • Nebraska • Journalism • Computer Science • Information Sciences • Electrical Engineering • Electrical/Electronics • Computer Engineering • Freshmen • Juniors • Seniors • Sophomores

The PHD Scholarship offers $1,000 for Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, or Nebraska residents majoring in journalism, computer science, or electrical engineering.

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Paul And Helen L. Grauer Scholarship

Kansas • Nebraska • Missouri • Iowa • Communications • Electrical/Electronics • Electrical Engineering • Digital Communications/Media • Technology • Seniors • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Graduate Students

The Paul And Helen L. Grauer Scholarship offers a $1,000 award for amateur radio operator students in select Midwestern states.

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Irving W. Cook, WAØCGS, Scholarship

Kansas • Electrical Engineering • Communications • Electrical/Electronics • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Seniors • Juniors

The Irving W. Cook Scholarship offers $1,000 for students in communications or electronics, with preference for Kansas residents.

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FAQ

Common documents required for Trades & Crafts scholarships include transcripts, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and proof of enrollment in a relevant program. Always check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

Yes, many Trades & Crafts scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, educational institutions, and trade associations. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its legitimacy.

Yes, you can apply for multiple Trades & Crafts scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid for your education.

While some Trades & Crafts scholarships may consider GPA as a factor, many focus more on skills, experience, and passion for the trade rather than academic performance. Check the specific requirements for each scholarship.

To increase your chances of winning a Trades & Crafts scholarship, focus on submitting a strong application, including a well-written personal statement, and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria. Additionally, seek out scholarships that align with your skills and interests.

To write a strong application for Trades & Crafts scholarships, focus on clearly articulating your passion for the trade, relevant experiences, and how the scholarship will help you achieve your career goals. Tailor your application to each scholarship's specific requirements.

It's advisable to start applying for Trades & Crafts scholarships as early as possible, ideally several months before your intended start date for your program, to ensure you meet all deadlines.

To apply for Trades & Crafts scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, provide supporting documents such as transcripts and letters of recommendation, and sometimes submit an essay or personal statement.